150 minutes · June – OctoberWhale Watching — Ballina Departure
Our flagship voyage. Humpbacks a stone's throw from the coast, with a marine biologist on board and small groups aboard Cetacean One.
From $139
per adult · $119 child
All Experiences
Every voyage
aboard Cetacean One.
One vessel, one family, and a full year of the Northern Rivers coast — humpbacks through migration season, plus dolphin adventures, pelagic birding, accessible river cruises and private charters year round.
Boat tours and whale watching experiences from Ballina
Ocean Adventures · Out on the ocean
150 minutes · June – OctoberBook
2 hours · June – OctoberWhale Watching — Private Charter
The whole vessel, yours. Custom private whale watching for up to 28 guests, with flexible departure times and extended charters available.
From $3,500
up to 28 guests
6 hours · Year roundPelagic Birdwatching Adventure — Ballina Byron Canyons
Head offshore to the continental shelf and the Tweed–Byron Canyons on a dedicated pelagic birding voyage, searching for albatross, petrels and shearwaters with our marine biologist.
From $239
per person
90 minutes · Year roundBallina Coastal Dolphin Adventure
Explore Ballina's stunning coastline on a dedicated dolphin adventure aboard our premium catamaran, with experienced local skippers and resident bottlenose pods.
From $100
per person
Accessible Adventures · Gentle pace, all abilities
150 minutes · Year roundAccessible Wildlife River Adventure
A relaxed, fully accessible scenic cruise on the Richmond River. Local wildlife, river and coastal views, at a gentle pace designed for all abilities.
From $200
per person
150 minutes · Year roundAccessible Wildlife River Adventure — Private
The same gentle river adventure, exclusively yours. Ideal for care groups, families and community organisations wanting the vessel to themselves.
From $3,000
private vessel hire
River Adventures · On the Richmond River · Year round
90 minutes · Year roundRichmond River Sunset Cruise
Ninety minutes of scenic relaxation with light music, gentle commentary, food and refreshments as the sun goes down over the Richmond.
From $100
per person
90 minutes · Year roundPrivate Charter — Richmond River Cruise
Exclusive use of Cetacean One for 30+ guests. Experienced local skipper, professional crew, comfortable seating, sound system and onboard facilities.
From $3,000
30+ guests